Using Automated Calls To Improve Compliance With Acute Coronary Syndrome Best Practice Guidelines

Summary

The purpose of this study is to determine whether interactive voice response (IVR)
technology can be used to bring post discharge care for acute coronary syndrome (ACS) closer
to best practice guidelines (BPGs).

The study hypothesis is that ACS patients who are contacted by IVR technology will be more
likely to receive care as recommended in the BPGs than those followed by usual care.

Description

Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is a significant public-health problem in Canada and worldwide
with 20,000 Canadians dying of myocardial infarction and 42,000 dying of coronary artery
disease in 1999. Large clinical trials have provided evidence for the development of
standardized best practice guidelines (BPG) and compliance with these guidelines have
significantly improved survival. Despite the development and dissemination of BPG, their
application in patients with ACS is suboptimal. This randomized control trial will use 2
groups: IVR and usual care. Patients in the IVR group will receive 5 automated calls at
1,3,6,9 and 12 months consisting of predetermined questions related to medication
management, smoking cessation, diet, exercise and education as recommended by the ACC/AHA
BPG for ACS. Responses are captured in a database allowing for interventions to maintain
patients on BPG as needed.

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Medical and Biotech [MESH] Definitions

Conscious Sedation

A drug-induced depression of consciousness during which patients respond purposefully to verbal commands, either alone or accompanied by light tactile stimulation. No interventions are required to maintain a patent airway. (From: American Society of Anesthesiologists Practice Guidelines)

Deep Sedation

Drug-induced depression of consciousness during which patients cannot be easily aroused but respond purposely following repeated painful stimulation. The ability to independently maintain ventilatory function may be impaired. (From: American Society of Anesthesiologists Practice Guidelines)

Guidelines As Topic

A systematic statement of policy rules or principles. Guidelines may be developed by government agencies at any level, institutions, professional societies, governing boards, or by convening expert panels. The text may be cursive or in outline form but is generally a comprehensive guide to problems and approaches in any field of activity. For guidelines in the field of health care and clinical medicine, PRACTICE GUIDELINES AS TOPIC is available.

Practice Guidelines As Topic

Directions or principles presenting current or future rules of policy for assisting health care practitioners in patient care decisions regarding diagnosis, therapy, or related clinical circumstances. The guidelines may be developed by government agencies at any level, institutions, professional societies, governing boards, or by the convening of expert panels. The guidelines form a basis for the evaluation of all aspects of health care and delivery.

Coronary Care Units

The hospital unit in which patients with acute cardiac disorders receive intensive care.

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